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SUMMARY:Bláthanna Bealtaine: Painting Wildflowers on Silk Satin
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate May’s flowers with artist Catherine McCourt. \nThis 2-hr satin silk painting art class will explore the diversity of native wildflowers in bloom this Bealtaine season. \nAll materials will be provided. \nSessions are for adults only and booking is essential. \nSessions will be be held in libraries across Louth. \n\nFri 15 May – 2.30pm-4.30pm – Dundalk Library (Dundalk Roden Place Dundalk\, A91 RC44)\nSat 16 May – 10.30am-12.30pm – Ardee Library (Market Square\, Ardee\, A92 XH22)\nFri 22 May – 2.30pm-4.30pm – Drogheda Library (Stockwell Lane\, Drogheda\, A92 PY20)\nSat 23 May – 10.30am-12.30pm – Dunleer Library (Main Street\, A92 DRV0)\n\nPlease email libraryhelpdesk@louthcoco.ie indicating which session you wish to attend\, to secure your place. \nThis session is funded through the Local Authority Biodiversity Action Fund by the National Parks and Wildlife Service and Louth County Council.\nIt has been organised by the Louth County Council Biodiversity Officer.\nThe Local Authority Biodiversity Officer Programme is delivered in partnership between Local Government Ireland and the Heritage Council\, and is part of the Ceangal Local Authority Heritage Programme.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/blathanna-bealtaine-painting-wildflowers-on-silk-satin/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Louth Libraries
CATEGORIES:Accessible by Public Transport,Art,Garden,Hedgerows,Wildflowers
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T130000
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SUMMARY:Birds of Tramore Valley Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us for guided birdwatching at Tramore Valley Park on Saturday the 23rd of May at 11 am. The walk will be led by ornithologist Sarah Barry as she guides you through the changing habitats of Tramore Valley Park identifying various species of birds found within the park. \nWe will also be launching our online publication on urban Irish birds created by artist Ann Lambe. \nHere’s what you need to know: \nWhat: A guided birdwatching walk at Tramore Valley Park\nWhen: Saturday\, 23rd May at 11:00 am.\nWhere: Tramore Valley Park\nWhat to Bring: Binoculars if you have them\, weather-appropriate outerwear and sturdy footwear\nAbout our speakers:\nSarah Barry is a a community-focused ecologist\, ornithologist\, and former veterinary surgeon with a strong foundation in Irish agricultural systems and landscape ecology. And is experienced in bird monitoring\, habitat restoration\, and science communication. \nAnn Lambe is a visual artist whose work is rooted in depicting nature and wildlife to inspire an appreciation of the natural world and the conservation of our species\, habitats and biodiversity. \nKinship and Community Foundation Ireland are pleased to support Nature Network Ireland’s vision in community engagement through nature and art. \nPlease be advised that a member of Nature Network Ireland may take photographs during this event. It is important for us to be able to document the work we do. These images may be used in future for promotional purposes for our organisation. Please email eventscnn@gmail.com or inform the leader on the day if you do not wish to appear in any photographs. \nTo sign up for this event\, follow this link. https://www.tickettailor.com/events/naturenetworkireland/2149875 \nIllustration by: Ann Lambe
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/birds-of-tramore-valley-park/
LOCATION:Tramore Valley Park\, T12 AE86
CATEGORIES:Art,Birds,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T172018
CREATED:20260428T171945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T171945Z
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SUMMARY:Weedy Inks
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate local biodiversity through craft and creativity at this hands-on upcycling and printmaking workshop with Workhouse Union. \n\nUsing inks made from native plants such as nettles\, dock\, and ivy\, participants will create block-printed cotton patches for sewing\, mending\, and reuse. This workshop highlights the beauty\, resilience\, and usefulness of everyday “weeds\,” connecting creative practice with the living landscape around us.  Facilitated by Hollie Kearns & Michelle McMahon.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/weedy-inks/
LOCATION:Callan\, Workhouse Union\, Callan\, R95KC95
CATEGORIES:Art,Community Action,Family Friendly,Wildflowers
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T160000
DTSTAMP:20260509T172018
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SUMMARY:IN-PERSON TALK “Gardening for Nature” and FILM SCREENINGS
DESCRIPTION:Green Foundation Ireland\, in partnership with Connecting Cabra and the Cabra Biodiversity Festival\, invite you to join us \nOUR TALK – “Gardening for Nature”\nCiarán De Buitléar\, author and wildlife gardener\, will talk about his book Nature’s Acre and give tips on gardening for wildlife. The book is a true story about a small Irish garden\, mental health\, and learning to live with wildlife instead of against it. A wildlife-garden diary\, community story and account of holding a nervous system together with soil under the fingernails\, Ciarán will talk about his story behind the book\, and give tips on wildlife gardening. \nOUR FILM SCREENINGS – Resilient Cabra: Stories of People\, Place\, Nature and Water\nOur talk will be followed by a relaxed screening of films and stories all about Cabra – its people\, its nature\, and the places we share. We will be showing two short films on the River Bradogue\, flooding in the area\, and some of the nature restoration work happening locally. There will also be a short documentary The Tolka – This is Your River\, which flows right past Cabra.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/in-person-talk-gardening-for-nature-and-film-screenings/
LOCATION:Christ the King Church\, Offaly Road\, Cabra\, Dublin\, D07 N2Y1
CATEGORIES:Art,Garden,Rivers and Ponds
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T163000
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CREATED:20260430T091220Z
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SUMMARY:The Grove Donnybrook Botanical Walk and Photographic Cyanotype Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Grove will be open all afternoon from 2pm for visitors to enjoy this green oasis in the heart of the city. Botanist Catriona Brady will lead a guided walk of the plants of the Grove. Those on the photographic cyanotype workshop an collect samples. The workshop must be booked through Eventbrite as places are limited and aged over 14 years. At 3pm the cyanotype workshop  will begin with Visual Artist Sarah Louise Lordan. Photographic cyanotypes were first used in the early 19th century by botanist Anna Atkins. Anna merged scientific accuracy and artistic beauty in pioneering photograms that documented botanical specimens.  She self published the first book of photographic illustrations of algae.  Attendees will use photograms\, the technique of creating photographic prints without a camera is as old as photography itself.  This is a free unique event please book on Eventbrite. Over 14 years. This workshop will document the significance of this urban green space\, the plant species present and pay homage to our benefactor Kathleen Goodfellow and her artist friend Estella Solomons.https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/celebrate-national-biodiversity-week-photographic-cyanotype-workshop-tickets-1986991049718?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl \nThe Grove is located at the corner of Morehampton road and Wellington Place\, Donnybrook\, Dublin 4. Please use side gate
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/the-grove-donnybrook-botanical-walk-and-photographic-cyanotype-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Accessible by Public Transport,Art,Rivers and Ponds,Trees and Woodlands
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T153000
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SUMMARY:Native Plant Dye Painting: A Celebration of Biodiversity & Bealtaine
DESCRIPTION:This Biodiversity Week join printmaker Emily Mc Gardle to learn about native Irish dye plants\, their historical uses in Ireland\, and their connection to Irish language and folklore. Celebrate Bealtaine and discover how native wildflowers\, plants\, and trees can be used to create art materials such as ink\, charcoal\, and paint. \nAll materials will be provided. \nSessions are for adults only and booking is essential. \nSat 23 May – 10.30am-11.30pm – Dundalk Library (Dundalk Roden Place Dundalk\, A91 RC44)\nSat 23 May – 2.30pm-3.30pm – Dunleer Library (Main Street\, A92 DRV0) \nPlease email libraryhelpdesk@louthcoco.ie indicating which session you wish to attend\, to secure your place. \nThis session is funded through the Local Authority Biodiversity Action Fund by the National Parks and Wildlife Service and Louth County Council.\nIt has been organised by the Louth County Council Biodiversity Officer.\nThe Local Authority Biodiversity Officer Programme is delivered in partnership between Local Government Ireland and the Heritage Council\, and is part of the Ceangal Local Authority Heritage Programme. \n 
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/native-plant-dye-painting-a-celebration-of-biodiversity-bealtaine/2026-05-23/2/
LOCATION:Louth Libraries
CATEGORIES:Accessible by Public Transport,Art,Hedgerows,Trees and Woodlands,Wildflowers
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260524T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260524T133000
DTSTAMP:20260509T172018
CREATED:20260430T091403Z
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SUMMARY:Remembering Through the Landscape: Dance Performance
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a unique performance that connects memories with the beauty of nature in a whole new way. \n\n\n\n\nRemembering Through The Landscape is a new site-specific art movement choreography by Inma Pavon Dance Company for the Kinship Project. \nThis new piece\, based in a combination of short choreographed improvisation pieces\, will be performed on 24th May in different locations throughout the park. Accompanied by the natural sounds of the park\, the audience are invited to feel fully immersed in the landscape and move with the piece as it progresses through the environment. For starting point\, meet at the EcoLab. \nIPDC is directed by Choreographer/Director Inma Pavon in collaboration with Dance Artists Maria Joyce\, Connie-Jane Lovell and Marleen Elisabeth Hein. \nAbout KinShip EcoLab\nKinShip is an ambitious public art project located in Cork’s Tramore Valley Park\, designed to explore our interconnectedness with the environment through artistic practice\, community engagement\, and ecological reflection. The EcoLab provides a space for dialogue and co-creation in service of a more sustainable and caring future.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/remembering-through-the-landscape-dance-performance/
LOCATION:Tramore Valley Park\, T12 AE86
CATEGORIES:Art
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260524T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260524T150000
DTSTAMP:20260509T172018
CREATED:20260427T104748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T114737Z
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SUMMARY:My Recycled Paper Garden: Tear\, Stick & Grow! Family Art Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Get creative with recycled materials in this fun\, hands-on family workshop as part of National Biodiversity Week and inspired by William Morris’ Flora Tapestry. Children will design their own colourful paper gardens using repurposed Museum booklets\, maps\, and leaflets while learning about biodiversity and sustainability. \n\nWith simple templates for younger children and creative freedom for older ones\, this relaxed session blends making\, learning\, and imagination. All materials provided\, just bring your creativity! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Suitable for ages 5 – 13.\n\nPre-booking is required. Tickets are available via the following link: BOOK NOW
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/my-recycled-paper-garden-tear-stick-grow-family-art-workshop/
LOCATION:D07 XKV4\, National Museum of Ireland\, Collins Barracks\, Benburb St\, Dublin 7\, D07 XKV4\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Accessible by Public Transport,Art,Family Friendly,For Kids,Garden,Wheelchair Accessible,Wildflowers
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260524T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260524T210000
DTSTAMP:20260509T172018
CREATED:20260429T100915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T100915Z
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SUMMARY:Trawling for Answers Film Screening Kenmare
DESCRIPTION:As part of the Kenmare Celebration of Our Bay festival the Irish Wildlife Trust is delighted to be hosting a screening of their documentary film Trawling for Answers. This film  explores issues around bottom trawling and marine protection in Ireland. Grace Carr\, IWT Marine Advocacy Officer\, speaks with  fish producer organisations\, environmental researchers\, ex commercial bottom trawlers\, conservationists and more in a trip around Ireland seeking to find out how well our waters are protected and what else needs to be done.  \nThe event will consist of the film screening followed by a Q&A at the Carnegie Arts Centre\, after which we will head over to the Lansdowne Arms Hotel for an informal discussion of the film’s themes.
URL:https://biodiversityweek.ie/event/trawling-for-answers-film-screening-kenmare/
LOCATION:Carnegie Arts Centre\, Library Building\, Kenmare\, V93 PD1W
CATEGORIES:Accessible by Public Transport,Art,Coastlines and Marine,Fish
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